Tax Senior Associate

Position Details

Title: Tax Senior Associate
Classification: Full-time; Exempt
Department: Tax
Location: Austin
Office Expectations/Hours: On site position; general work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8 hours/day between 8am to 5pm with overtime, as needed.

What You Will Do

• Lead tax engagements, including planning and exciting tax engagements, managing client deadline expectations, completing returns, and managing budgets
• Review and/or prepare 1065, 1040, 1120, and 1120S tax returns, quarterly estimates, extensions and year-end projections
• Recommend tax strategies by researching federal, state and local taxation issues
• Maintain compliance with regulations by forwarding required information to federal, state and local authorities
• Develop and maintain a relationship with the client and proactively work with the client’s management to gather necessary tax information, identify issues, and make recommendations for business improvements
• Respond to IRS and state tax authority inquiries
• Supervise, train, and mentor Tax staff and interns, including the review of staff prepared workpapers and evaluative performances
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of tax process and Internal Revenue Code
• Aid with business proposals, networking, and recruiting opportunities

What You Need To Get Here

• 2+ years of experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax return complexity, scope and research
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; Master’s degree preferred
• Active CPA license or CPA eligibility
• Proficiency in use of technology and accounting programs
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles the Internal Revenue Code and other official tax laws, regulations and guidance
• A professional appearance and demeanor
• A comprehensive understanding of the tax preparation process
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to plan and execute multiple engagements and projects, simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing; actively listens and clearly communicates ideas and information
• Strong relationship building capabilities; ability to work respectfully and productively with diverse individuals in a variety of roles

Benefits

• Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
• Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
• 17 Annual Firm holidays, with extended breaks around July 4th and year end
• 20 days PTO
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Discretionary Bonus Program
• Health & Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance